Lots happening in East Van this next week. Our weekly feature What’s On East Van sets out cool events for the upcoming week. Beyond the week, we invite you to check out our Event Listing which is updated daily and features events for the month and beyond.
Family Night Series – Grandview Park – August 11, 2017
The Commercial Drive Business Improvement Society is hosting a free community event in Grandview Park Friday, August 11th. The evening which runs from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm includes crafts for kids, poetry, photography and live music with the Rio Samaya Band.
SUP-A Series – Sassy One-Of-A Kind Theatre To August 12, 2017
One-Of-A-Kind theatre continues at Havana Theatre until August 12th. Un-produced Projects brings together an eclectic mix of up-beat theatre, never before seen in Vancouver. Participants involved in this project wish to promote more local and independent theatre. Shows happen nightly at 8:00 pm.
Victoria Drive Festival – Jones Park – August 12, 2017
The Victoria Drive Business Improvement Association is hosting an afternoon of free family fun at Jones Park which is located at 38th Avenue. The event will run from 12:00 – 5:00 pm and features kids fun zone, community booths, live music and more.
Artful Sundays – August 13, 2017
Artful Sundays return to the Napier Greenway at the Britannia Community Centre this Sunday. You can expect to find local artisans, workshops, demonstrations and live music. Event happens Noon to 5:00 pm. It is a free event and everyone is welcome to attend.
Vancouver Queer Film Festival – August 11-20, 2017
The Vancouver Queer Film Festival runs from August 11-20, 2017 in various venues around Vancouver. Four films will be featured at the York Theatre on August 18th and 19th. To learn more about which films and times, visit Vancouver Queer Film Festival.
Live Jazz Music w/ Natasha D’Ogostino Quartet – Tangent Café – August 17, 2017
Tangent Café hosts live jazz Thursday from 8:30 to 11:30 pm. No cover charged, but cool spot for a beer and a bite.
Entertainment, Comedy + Live Theatre
Looking for fun and games? Playland is open daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm until August 18th. On a more serious note the new play Two Rooms is featured at Havana Theatre from August 15th to 19th. The play focuses on a hostage taking in Beirut and the actions of the spouse on the other side of the world and how that culminates into a startling conclusion. Looking to laugh? Don’t forget Havana Theatre features improv comedy Friday and Sunday nights. If you love guitar, you may wish to check the Mike Machado Trio at Falconetti’s on Saturday night at 9:00 pm. The kid knows how to play a guitar.
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